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George Bush senior RIP

i_b_b_o_r_g
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  • Bedsaddick
    Bedsaddick Posts: 24,741
    RIP
  • Davo55
    Davo55 Posts: 7,836
    edited December 2018
    RIP
  • Redmidland
    Redmidland Posts: 44,700
    Didn't agree with his politics, but he was a decent man who was admired by many across the political divide. He was 1000% better than the current idiot in charge over the pond.
    RIP sir
  • Brendan_O_Connell
    Brendan_O_Connell Posts: 8,938
    RIP
  • soapboxsam
    soapboxsam Posts: 23,229
    George H Bush enlisted in the USA navy and became the youngest pilot at 18. Unlike his son George W, who dodged the draft and was thick, George Bush senior was brave and bright. Going on to graduate in 1948 and becoming a multi milionaire by the time he was 40 in the oil business in Texas.

    Becoming President in the USA where Business rules the roost and the NRA are so powerful he just carried out the Republican manifesto.

    RIP George H Bush

    (Not sure what secrets he would've taken to his grave ?)
  • AddickFC81
    AddickFC81 Posts: 4,053
    RIP
  • golfaddick
    golfaddick Posts: 33,628
    Good man....but spawned George W.

    Rip.
  • Algarveaddick
    Algarveaddick Posts: 21,156
    RIP
  • Chizz
    Chizz Posts: 28,338
    Can you imagine the current President leaving such a kind, thoughtful message to his successor?
  • rina
    rina Posts: 2,334
    Chizz said:

    Can you imagine the current President leaving such a kind, thoughtful message to his successor?

    the respect between these 2 was massive considering how much they disagreed on. these are Clinton's words today- they speak volumes

    ' Hillary and I mourn the passing of President George H.W. Bush, and give thanks for his great long life of service, love, and friendship.

    I will be forever grateful for the friendship we formed. From the moment I met him as a young governor invited to his home in Kennebunkport, I was struck by the kindness he showed to Chelsea, by his innate and genuine decency, and by his devotion to Barbara, his children, and their growing brood.

    Few Americans have been—or will ever be—able to match President Bush’s record of service to the United States and the joy he took every day from it; from his military service in World War II, to his work in Congress, the United Nations, China, the Central Intelligence Agency, the Vice Presidency and the Presidency, where he worked to move the post Cold War world toward greater unity, peace, and freedom.

    He never stopped serving. I saw it up close, working with him on tsunami relief in Asia and here at home after Hurricane Katrina. His remarkable leadership and great heart were always on full display.

    I am profoundly grateful for every minute I spent with President Bush and will always hold our friendship as one of my life’s greatest gifts.

    Our hearts and prayers are with George, Jeb, Neil, Marvin, Doro, their families, and the entire Bush clan.'
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  • bobmunro
    bobmunro Posts: 20,846
    From a time when you could agree or disagree with the politics, but always respect the man.

    RIP Sir
  • Chizz
    Chizz Posts: 28,338
    bobmunro said:

    From a time when you could agree or disagree with the politics, but always respect the man.

    RIP Sir

    During his time in office, I couldn't imagine there ever being a worse President. Since he left office, I can't imagine a former President acting more in his country's best interest.

    I'm prepared to say I was wrong on the first count.
  • golfaddick
    golfaddick Posts: 33,628
    Shame he's gone now......can't answer where he was on Nov 23rd 1963. Worked for the CIA & was pictured in Dallas on the fatefull day.
  • NapaAddick
    NapaAddick Posts: 4,657
    golfaddick said:

    Shame he's gone now......can't answer where he was on Nov 23rd 1963. Worked for the CIA & was pictured in Dallas on the fatefull day.

    This is the basis for that theory. Kind of laughable to think that is Bush.
    image
  • Rob
    Rob Posts: 11,794
    RIP
  • smudge7946
    smudge7946 Posts: 4,131
    Chizz said:

    Can you imagine the current President leaving such a kind, thoughtful message to his successor?

    Is there a record of Obama's letter to Trump
  • bobmunro
    bobmunro Posts: 20,846
    smudge7946 said:

    Chizz said:

    Can you imagine the current President leaving such a kind, thoughtful message to his successor?

    Is there a record of Obama's letter to Trump
    https://edition.cnn.com/2017/09/03/politics/obama-trump-letter-inauguration-day/index.html
  • Chizz
    Chizz Posts: 28,338
    smudge7946 said:

    Chizz said:

    Can you imagine the current President leaving such a kind, thoughtful message to his successor?

    Is there a record of Obama's letter to Trump
    Dear Mr. President -

    Congratulations on a remarkable run. Millions have placed their hopes in you, and all of us, regardless of party, should hope for expanded prosperity and security during your tenure.

    This is a unique office, without a clear blueprint for success, so I don't know that any advice from me will be particularly helpful. Still, let me offer a few reflections from the past 8 years.

    First, we've both been blessed, in different ways, with great good fortune. Not everyone is so lucky. It's up to us to do everything we can (to) build more ladders of success for every child and family that's willing to work hard.

    Second, American leadership in this world really is indispensable. It's up to us, through action and example, to sustain the international order that's expanded steadily since the end of the Cold War, and upon which our own wealth and safety depend.

    Third, we are just temporary occupants of this office. That makes us guardians of those democratic institutions and traditions -- like rule of law, separation of powers, equal protection and civil liberties -- that our forebears fought and bled for. Regardless of the push and pull of daily politics, it's up to us to leave those instruments of our democracy at least as strong as we found them.

    And finally, take time, in the rush of events and responsibilities, for friends and family. They'll get you through the inevitable rough patches.

    Michelle and I wish you and Melania the very best as you embark on this great adventure, and know that we stand ready to help in any ways which we can.

    Good luck and Godspeed,

    BO

  • ct_addick
    ct_addick Posts: 4,333
    RIP. I lived here through his tenure and whilst I am not a Republican he was a decent and fair man. He was unlucky in that the economy turned sour and the mad man Hussein decided he could get away with invading Kuwait. He was born into a rich and powerful family but he enlisted in the Navy as a pilot and was shot down over the pacific in WW2. A classy man unlike the piece of shit in the White House now.
  • i_b_b_o_r_g
    i_b_b_o_r_g Posts: 18,948
    Anyway RIP
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  • soapy_jones
    soapy_jones Posts: 21,355
    edited December 2018
    RIP.
  • AddickUpNorth
    AddickUpNorth Posts: 8,325
    edited December 2018
    RIP George.
  • CharltonMadrid
    CharltonMadrid Posts: 5,091
    edited December 2018
    RIP to a President who will be remembered as a decent man who served at a crucial moment of world history.
  • ShootersHillGuru
    ShootersHillGuru Posts: 50,622
    RIP George
  • Riviera
    Riviera Posts: 8,167
    Nicely cleaned up thread.
  • i_b_b_o_r_g
    i_b_b_o_r_g Posts: 18,948
    https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-46424261
  • Rizzo
    Rizzo Posts: 6,435
    golfaddick said:

    Shame he's gone now......can't answer where he was on Nov 23rd 1963. Worked for the CIA & was pictured in Dallas on the fatefull day.

    I thought it was Ted Cruz's dad that shot JFK?

    RIP Bush Snr. Didn't agree with a lot of his politics but he seemed to be a decent man.
  • Lincsaddick
    Lincsaddick Posts: 32,355
    full and comprehensive obituary in today's 'Times' .. not sure what to make of him .. the impression I get is that rather like The Donald, he set out to be elected president just to see if he could make it .. unlike Trump he'd been a 'civil servant' and politician for years .. too interested in foreign policy to concentrate on a failing US economy, thus only a one term president .. whatever .. R I P
  • uie2
    uie2 Posts: 4,596
    RIP

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